Caroline R Manning

Caroline R. Manning serves as a Contract Specialist at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center’s Glynco Procurement Office, where she plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that sustain the operational readiness and training infrastructure of federal law enforcement agencies. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of contracts for mission-critical support services, including facility maintenance, technical systems integration, and educational support. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with FLETC’s priorities in modernizing training environments and securing reliable operational infrastructure. Manning maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of vendors including Diversified Fabricators & Erectors, Inc., Range Cleaners Inc., Builders Supply Inc., Reynolds-Warren Equipment Company, Inc., and Contender Boats Inc. These partnerships reflect a pattern of engagement with specialized contractors capable of delivering tailored solutions for law enforcement training facilities—from specialized cleaning and facility upgrades to marine equipment and structural fabrication. Her approach emphasizes reliability, technical proficiency, and performance-based outcomes in vendor selection. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 50% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 3.9% allocated to HUBZone firms. While the majority of procurements are open to full and open competition, she actively leverages socioeconomic programs to foster equitable access and promote economic resilience within the contracting community. Manning’s primary procurement focus lies in Janitorial Services (NAICS 561720), which constitutes the bulk of her portfolio, followed by Translation and Interpretation Services (541930), Flooring Contractors (238330), Educational Support Services (611710), and Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings (561790). Her expertise centers on acquiring facility maintenance, training support, and operational services that directly enable the delivery of high-fidelity law enforcement instruction and secure, mission-ready infrastructure.